Behavioral Health Practitioner 3rd Shift

Nexus Family Healing•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Family Healing is seeking a 3rd shift Behavioral Health Practitioner to join their newest youth crisis and stabilization center in Hennepin County. This 13-bed, short-term residential service is designed for Hennepin County youth with complex mental and behavioral health issues, aiming to reduce the number of youth in inappropriate care settings such as emergency rooms, police stations, juvenile detention, or unstable home situations. The service will provide treatment and therapeutic supports while facilitating triage, assessment, and transition planning with families. Nexus Family Healing is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, serving a diverse group of youth and families and striving for a workforce that reflects this diversity.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age
Valid driver’s license required
Must meet state regulating agency and Nexus Family Healing driving requirements
Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges
Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values
Successfully participate and complete a three-part Therapeutic Crisis Intervention exam and training
Must successfully pass a DHS background check
To qualify, candidates must meet one of the following: 30+ college credits in behavioral sciences + 2000 hours of supervised related experience or practicum/internship
To qualify, candidates must meet one of the following: 4,000 hours of supervised related experience with mental health populations
To qualify, candidates must meet one of the following: Currently enrolled in a behavioral sciences graduate program with assigned clinical training
To qualify, candidates must meet one of the following: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in behavioral sciences + practicum/internship

Responsibilities

Support and reinforce the therapeutic plan of clients by providing guidance and direction to residents in their daily living activities
Provide mentorship and supervision of resident daily activities and behavior according to established guidelines and procedures
Participate with coworkers as a team on implementation of treatment plans and therapeutic services
Remain cognizant of individual client phases, privileges, restrictions and adapt interactions accordingly
Ensure resident safety and collaborate with coworkers to maintain an environment that is positive, respectful, clean and therapeutic
Work effectively with clients’ families/support networks to reinforce positive family partnerships
Follows established protocols in the use of family engagement and involvement techniques
Plan and participate in off-campus resident activities and assist in the transportation of clients to home visits, doctor appointments, planned recreational activities